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Zytel is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Heart Failure, High BP. Secondary and off-label uses of Zytel have also been mentioned below.
The correct dosage of Zytel depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Zytel are Dizziness, Nausea or vomiting, Back Pain. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Zytel can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Zytel are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Zytel's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Mild while nursing. Further, the section on Zytel related warnings talks about Zytel's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Zytel is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Angioedema, Hyperkalemia, Drug Allergy as it can result in adverse effects.
Drug interactions for Zytel have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
You should also be aware that Zytel is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Zytel is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Is the use of Zytel safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Zytel. If you are pregnant, do not take Zytel without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Zytel safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Zytel for breastfeeding are little to none, so you can take it without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Zytel on the Kidneys?
Zytel is completely safe for kidneys.
What is the effect of Zytel on the Liver?
Zytel is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Zytel on the Heart?
Side effects of Zytel rarely affect the heart.
Zytel should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Zytel unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Zytel habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Zytel has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Zytel. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Zytel is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Zytel cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Zytel
Eating certain foods may increase the time it takes Zytel to have an effect. You should consult your doctor about it.
Interaction between Alcohol and Zytel
Consumption of alcohol and Zytel together may have severe effects on your health.
Zytel is available in the form of tablets. A tablet is usually taken once a day, with or without food because food affects the absorption of this drug. It should be taken at exactly the same time every time to avoid skipping the dose. Zytel might start showing the effects between 2 to 4 weeks, therefore, it is important to continue taking it even when you feel well. One should take Zytel exactly as prescribed by their doctor.
Yes, Zytel causes hyponatremia (low level of sodium in the blood). Treatment with telmisartan might call for a regular blood monitoring for checking sodium levels.
Yes, it is safe to take Zytel as long as it is prescribed by your doctor. However, in some people, it may cause some side effects like back pain, sinusitis, and diaarhea.
Zytel contains telmisartan which is an antihypertensive drug that works by preventing a chemical (angiotensin II) to bind with a receptor. This causes relaxation of blood vessels, it also prevents the synthesis and release of aldosterone (a hormone whose hyperactivity results in high blood pressure). In this way Zytel decreases the blood pressure.
Yes, Zytel causes hyperkalemia (high amount of potassium in the blood). Therefore, monitoring of blood potassium levels is important during Zytel therapy.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
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US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Micardis® (telmisartan)
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